1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 959 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2012 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | Cuneo | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
